The school district said it supports the lawsuit, but it isn't part of it.

"I'm very concerned about the potential impact on the health of our kids and our community," said Teran.

At a meeting with parents, a city attorney explained that judge has issued a temporary restraining order that keeps the plant operators from getting a long-term permit. The state is appealing the restraining order.

The lawsuit also has economic incentives. Grandview wants to build up the area along Highway 150, but developers have threatened to back out of those plans as long as Ideker remains.

A hearing that had been set for Wednesday in the case has been postponed.

Ideker's president did not return calls from KMBC 9 News requesting comment on the story.